WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Westwood Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the New Castle Community School Corp school district, located in New Castle, IN with about 246 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 6th Grade. With about 16 teachers, Westwood Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Westwood Elementary School, located at 1015 S Greensboro Pike in New Castle, Indiana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the New Castle Community School Corporation. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills for its elementary-aged students. By providing a structured curriculum and a variety of classroom resources, the school aims to prepare young learners for success in their future academic endeavors while maintaining a strong connection to the local community.
In addition to its focus on core subjects like literacy and mathematics, Westwood Elementary prioritizes a student-centered approach that encourages inclusivity and personal responsibility. The school’s faculty and staff work collaboratively to create an engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and build confidence. By serving as a central hub for families in the New Castle area, Westwood Elementary plays a vital role in the developmental years of its students, striving to ensure that every child receives the support and guidance necessary to reach their full potential.
For more information, contact Westwood Elementary School at (765) 521-7215 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
New Castle, IN 47362-9107
(765) 521-7215
WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in New Castle, IN with about 246 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- New Castle Community School Corp
- Total Students:
- 246
- Teachers:
- 16
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 246 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WESTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 90% of the student body.
- White
- 90.2%
- Two or more races
- 4.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.7%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Black or African American
- 0.8%
- Female
- 56.1%
- Male
- 43.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.